So Cal’s Mathewson and Wagner Bring Home Medals from the 2023 Parapan American Games

By Karen Ronney The Southern California Tennis Association Foundation congratulates Dana Mathewson for bringing home two gold medals in the 2023 Parapan American Games. The top-ranked American wheelchair player from San Diego represented Team USA to clinch the singles and doubles titles recently in Santiago, Chile. Mathewson, 32, was also selected to be the flag

Gwyneth Britton Shines On and Off the Tennis Court

By Brenden Fisher In the ever-growing and competitive sport that is tennis, it has become increasingly difficult to distinguish yourself and earn recognition on a national level. Gwyneth Britton, however, has flourished in making herself recognizable both on and off the court from a very young age. Born in Long Beach and now residing in Whittier,

Thelma Sepulveda’s Rise from Elementary After-School Tennis to College Success

By Karen Ronney Tennis was never on Thelma Sepulveda's radar. Growing up in San Ysidro, she had never seen the sport until it was introduced to her at age 11 in a low-cost after-school program. She gave it a chance and it changed her life. Her passion pushed her to ask per parents for lessons. She

Victor Stern’s Passion For Tennis Pays it Forward to Tomorrow’s Stars

By Karen Ronney Tennis is one of the many blessings that Victor R. Stern is grateful for in life. At age 95, he has enjoyed the sport for over seven decades and it is his pleasure to pay it forward to the next generation. As such, it is the Southern California Tennis Association Foundation’s honor

Support Billie Jean King for the Congressional Gold Medal: #GiveBJKtheGold

By Karen Ronney Your voice and vote will make a difference to help award Billie Jean King the Congressional Gold Medal, one of the highest civilian awards in the United States. Given by the U.S. Congress, the Congressional Gold Medal recognizes national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions by individuals or institutions that have a

Rancho Santa Fe Open Returns to So Cal for the Third Straight Year

By Karen Ronney Women’s pro tennis, health and awareness hit the spotlight once again in San Diego with the USTA Pro Circuit’s Rancho Santa Fe Open from October 9 to 15 at the Rancho Santa Fe Tennis Club. The ITF W60 event will host some of the top 100 ranked female pros. It’s an exciting

Franklin Johnson: Remembering a Tennis Advocate and Legend

Reposted from USTA Southern California Tennis was “his first love,” USTA Chairman of the Board and President Brian Hainline shared, quoting Anne Johnson after speaking to the wife of Franklin Johnson, who recently passed away at the age of 87. Hainline and the Southern California tennis community are mourning the loss of one of its finest in

Remembering Nam Jack- A Great Friend to the USTA Southern California Tennis Community

Story Reposted from USTA Southern California The USTA Southern California Section is mourning the loss of longtime executive board member Nam Jack of San Marino, who passed away on September 7th at the age of 64.  “Nam’s passion and dedication to all things Southern California Tennis was immeasurable,” USTA SoCal Board President Bob Hochstadter said. “She was a

The Cymbiotika San Diego Open WTA 500 Presented by ResMed Had Something For Everyone

By Karen Ronney The Cymbiotika San Diego Open WTA 500, Presented by ResMed had it all. It was a tournament of surprises, incredible tennis, a heartfelt farewell, community celebrations and a stunning atmosphere. The Southern California Tennis Association Foundation is proud to be an event sponsor for the second straight year. During the eight-day event,

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